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The Colonel's Motivational/Inspirational Quotes and Message of the Day and Week!
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The Colonel’s Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day & Week!
Good “R.E.D Friday!” Morning “Burroughs’ Posse,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Eagle’s Nest” on the road, on the Harley for the “RIPRIDE4Vets 2021” in Duluth, MN! — 18 June 2021!
Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” until they are all home once again
Day 15 of the "RIPRIDE4Vets 2021" - we had about 13 hours of riding for both me and the wife Bella – We got to see some awesome things along the way as we crossed the Mackinaw Bridge and we rode the upper peninsula of Michigan yesterday and some witnessed some of God's great scenery along Lake Superior as well – Bella and I finally got to celebrate our anniversary last night at a great restaurant called 'Pickwick!". Nothing else special to report - the mission continues (See Pictures below)
Day 16 of 21 – Headed out this early morning for a long ride to Chicago, IL with a special stop in Plymouth, MN where we’ll meet with some of my former deployment ‘warriors” for lunch and then down to Chicago, IL to spend the evening with our daughter number 2 (Madalyn)
Sorry very limited time, so responses over the next remaining days…
Today’s Message is: “Who I Am Day!” Why Not?
“Who I am is what you get everyone. Respectful, genuine, and a ‘soldiers’ soldier willing to go the extra mile for our veterans, friends, and connections. As a matter of fact, I will go 10,000 and more miles, over 21 days, and through 32 states to be exact. Who are you and what are you willing to do?" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
We have (28) weeks and (197) days until 2022!
There will be NO “Warriors for Life” Saturday evening (19 June 2021). The Colonel has a full day of riding on the “RIPRIDE4Vets 2021,” but will be back in full fashion the following Saturday.
To learn about RIP Medical Debt and the "RIPRIDE4Vets 2021" go to RallyPoint Page: https://www.rallypoint.com/organizations/rip-medical-debt
Learn about Victory for Veterans' opening of the 1st Life Readiness Center in Denver, CO
https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/life-readiness-center
For More information about victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV):
https://www.victoryforveterans.org
Veterans in need of Financial Assistance due to hardship:
https://victoryforveterans.org/financial-assistance
The Quote in the Picture Today Reads: “Anything you say after the words ‘I am…’ you become. What are you going to become?” — Unknown Author
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“I am who I am. Not who you think I am. Not who you want me to be. I am me.” — Brigitte Nicole
“I am me. I don’t pretend to be like everyone else. I don’t want to be like everyone else. And I will not change who I am just to ‘fit in!’” — Unknown Author
“I am a product of my failures.” — Werner Herzog
“I am determined to do my very best.” — Lailah Gifty Akita
“Let the consequences be what they will, I am determined to proceed.” — James Otis
“There is nothing to prove and nothing to protect. I am who I am and it’s enough.” — Richard Rohr
“I want to try to be who I am today, not who I was yesterday.” — Ben Harper
Be a Survivor and Reach Out and Join us for Warriors for Life (WFL) “Peer-to Peer” Online Peer Support Group where “Sharing is Caring!”: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/support
“Remember this always and the meaning runs deep for all those who’ve served this great nation: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Visit our page here on RallyPoint for more information and times for Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Support Groups: https://www.rallypoint.com/organizations/warriors-for-life
Check out all the BLOGs at Victory for Veterans: https://victoryforveterans.org/blog/
The Colonel’s Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day & Week!
Good “R.E.D Friday!” Morning “Burroughs’ Posse,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Eagle’s Nest” on the road, on the Harley for the “RIPRIDE4Vets 2021” in Duluth, MN! — 18 June 2021!
Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” until they are all home once again
Day 15 of the "RIPRIDE4Vets 2021" - we had about 13 hours of riding for both me and the wife Bella – We got to see some awesome things along the way as we crossed the Mackinaw Bridge and we rode the upper peninsula of Michigan yesterday and some witnessed some of God's great scenery along Lake Superior as well – Bella and I finally got to celebrate our anniversary last night at a great restaurant called 'Pickwick!". Nothing else special to report - the mission continues (See Pictures below)
Day 16 of 21 – Headed out this early morning for a long ride to Chicago, IL with a special stop in Plymouth, MN where we’ll meet with some of my former deployment ‘warriors” for lunch and then down to Chicago, IL to spend the evening with our daughter number 2 (Madalyn)
Sorry very limited time, so responses over the next remaining days…
Today’s Message is: “Who I Am Day!” Why Not?
“Who I am is what you get everyone. Respectful, genuine, and a ‘soldiers’ soldier willing to go the extra mile for our veterans, friends, and connections. As a matter of fact, I will go 10,000 and more miles, over 21 days, and through 32 states to be exact. Who are you and what are you willing to do?" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
We have (28) weeks and (197) days until 2022!
There will be NO “Warriors for Life” Saturday evening (19 June 2021). The Colonel has a full day of riding on the “RIPRIDE4Vets 2021,” but will be back in full fashion the following Saturday.
To learn about RIP Medical Debt and the "RIPRIDE4Vets 2021" go to RallyPoint Page: https://www.rallypoint.com/organizations/rip-medical-debt
Learn about Victory for Veterans' opening of the 1st Life Readiness Center in Denver, CO
https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/life-readiness-center
For More information about victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV):
https://www.victoryforveterans.org
Veterans in need of Financial Assistance due to hardship:
https://victoryforveterans.org/financial-assistance
The Quote in the Picture Today Reads: “Anything you say after the words ‘I am…’ you become. What are you going to become?” — Unknown Author
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“I am who I am. Not who you think I am. Not who you want me to be. I am me.” — Brigitte Nicole
“I am me. I don’t pretend to be like everyone else. I don’t want to be like everyone else. And I will not change who I am just to ‘fit in!’” — Unknown Author
“I am a product of my failures.” — Werner Herzog
“I am determined to do my very best.” — Lailah Gifty Akita
“Let the consequences be what they will, I am determined to proceed.” — James Otis
“There is nothing to prove and nothing to protect. I am who I am and it’s enough.” — Richard Rohr
“I want to try to be who I am today, not who I was yesterday.” — Ben Harper
Be a Survivor and Reach Out and Join us for Warriors for Life (WFL) “Peer-to Peer” Online Peer Support Group where “Sharing is Caring!”: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/support
“Remember this always and the meaning runs deep for all those who’ve served this great nation: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Visit our page here on RallyPoint for more information and times for Warriors for Life (WFL) Online Support Groups: https://www.rallypoint.com/organizations/warriors-for-life
Check out all the BLOGs at Victory for Veterans: https://victoryforveterans.org/blog/
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More beautiful pictures as we rode the upper peninsula of Michigan and along Lake Superior toward our final destination of Duluth, MN
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SMSgt Lawrence McCarter
Colonel, it was good meeting You in Norwood, Massachusetts before Your Harley trip into New Hampshire then on to the Great Lakes Region.
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LTC Stephen F.
Thank you my friend COL Mikel J. Burroughs for posting the pictures of the Mackinaw Bridge and scenes from the upper peninsula of Michigan. I am glad that Bella and you are enjoying yourselves.
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LTC Stephen F.
A couple people suggested an A cappella version so... this is my arrangement of Keith Getty and Stuart Townend's song "In Christ Alone".*Mar 10, 2017 update*...
I expect your attempts to learn more about who you are has resulted in improving relationships with those who love and depend upon you. I hope your relationship with the LORD is foundational to your understanding of who you are. No doubt your transparency, humility, compassion, and love are inspirational to many if not all you interact with regularly. I pray that you and I demonstrate genuine respect to each person we interact with. ‘But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.’ [1 Corinthians 6:11] my brother-in-Christ COL Mikel J. Burroughs.
I pray for humility, transparency, and selfless service for each adopted son and daughter of God who reads this prayer or listens to it. Thank YOU, LORD for dwelling with the soul of each adopted son and daughter of YOURS. YOU are the strong man who nobody can overpower or restrain. By YOUR grace YOU transform our imperfect soul into a reflection of YOUR perfect image. “For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin. For one who has died has been set free from sin. Now if we have died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. [Romans 6:5-8 ESV]
I pray that each one of us demonstrates selfless-love to the neighbors and strangers that we interact with. 'Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.’ [1 Corinthians 13:4-5] I pray we respect each person we interact since the soul of each person has been created in the image of God. The LORD reminds us to treat others as we would like to be treated. 'So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.' [Matthew 7:12 ESV]
I pray that each parent of young children treats their spouse/partner with respect. I pray they work together to encourage the child/children to explore the world around them and never discourage the wonder children feel. ‘Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were hung around his neck and he were thrown into the sea.’ [Mark 9:42 ESV].
Remember the admonition of the LORD as we age gracefully. 'So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.' [2 Corinthians 4:16-18 ESV]
I pray that you and your family members are healthy and refreshed.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich SPC Michael Terrell
In Christ Alone A cappella
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjiiF83q7G0
I pray for humility, transparency, and selfless service for each adopted son and daughter of God who reads this prayer or listens to it. Thank YOU, LORD for dwelling with the soul of each adopted son and daughter of YOURS. YOU are the strong man who nobody can overpower or restrain. By YOUR grace YOU transform our imperfect soul into a reflection of YOUR perfect image. “For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin. For one who has died has been set free from sin. Now if we have died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. [Romans 6:5-8 ESV]
I pray that each one of us demonstrates selfless-love to the neighbors and strangers that we interact with. 'Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.’ [1 Corinthians 13:4-5] I pray we respect each person we interact since the soul of each person has been created in the image of God. The LORD reminds us to treat others as we would like to be treated. 'So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.' [Matthew 7:12 ESV]
I pray that each parent of young children treats their spouse/partner with respect. I pray they work together to encourage the child/children to explore the world around them and never discourage the wonder children feel. ‘Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were hung around his neck and he were thrown into the sea.’ [Mark 9:42 ESV].
Remember the admonition of the LORD as we age gracefully. 'So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.' [2 Corinthians 4:16-18 ESV]
I pray that you and your family members are healthy and refreshed.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich SPC Michael Terrell
In Christ Alone A cappella
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjiiF83q7G0
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Good morning Col Burroughs and Posse and it is another RED Friday. Prayers for all those deployed and for our brothers and sisters who are battling health issues and need our support as well.
Too many people are overly concerned about what others think of them. They cannot handle a negative comment either in person or on social media, hence the new focus on "microaggressions" Have enough faith and pride in yourself, in who you are, for those kind of comments not to damage your self esteem. If this person isn't a critical part of your life, why grant them even five minutes of your time and attention. Either ignore it or say, "thanks for your opinion" and move on to something and/or someone meaningful. Be yourself and be proud of it.
SGT Jinger Jarrett PO2 Christina "Jian" Phillips
Too many people are overly concerned about what others think of them. They cannot handle a negative comment either in person or on social media, hence the new focus on "microaggressions" Have enough faith and pride in yourself, in who you are, for those kind of comments not to damage your self esteem. If this person isn't a critical part of your life, why grant them even five minutes of your time and attention. Either ignore it or say, "thanks for your opinion" and move on to something and/or someone meaningful. Be yourself and be proud of it.
SGT Jinger Jarrett PO2 Christina "Jian" Phillips
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LTC Stephen F.
A couple people suggested an A cappella version so... this is my arrangement of Keith Getty and Stuart Townend's song "In Christ Alone".*Mar 10, 2017 update*...
I expect your attempts to learn more about who you are has resulted in improving relationships with those who love and depend upon you. I hope your relationship with the LORD is foundational to your understanding of who you are. No doubt your transparency, humility, compassion, and love are inspirational to many if not all you interact with regularly. I pray that you and I demonstrate genuine respect to each person we interact with. ‘But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.’ [1 Corinthians 6:11] my sister-in-Christ Lt Col Charlie Brown.
I pray for humility, transparency, and selfless service for each adopted son and daughter of God who reads this prayer or listens to it. Thank YOU, LORD for dwelling with the soul of each adopted son and daughter of YOURS. YOU are the strong man who nobody can overpower or restrain. By YOUR grace YOU transform our imperfect soul into a reflection of YOUR perfect image. “For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin. For one who has died has been set free from sin. Now if we have died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. [Romans 6:5-8 ESV]
I pray that each one of us demonstrates selfless-love to the neighbors and strangers that we interact with. 'Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.’ [1 Corinthians 13:4-5] I pray we respect each person we interact since the soul of each person has been created in the image of God. The LORD reminds us to treat others as we would like to be treated. 'So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.' [Matthew 7:12 ESV]
I pray that each parent of young children treats their spouse/partner with respect. I pray they work together to encourage the child/children to explore the world around them and never discourage the wonder children feel. ‘Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were hung around his neck and he were thrown into the sea.’ [Mark 9:42 ESV].
Remember the admonition of the LORD as we age gracefully. 'So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.' [2 Corinthians 4:16-18 ESV]
I pray that you and your family members are healthy and refreshed.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich SPC Michael Terrell
In Christ Alone A cappella
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjiiF83q7G0
I pray for humility, transparency, and selfless service for each adopted son and daughter of God who reads this prayer or listens to it. Thank YOU, LORD for dwelling with the soul of each adopted son and daughter of YOURS. YOU are the strong man who nobody can overpower or restrain. By YOUR grace YOU transform our imperfect soul into a reflection of YOUR perfect image. “For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his. We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin. For one who has died has been set free from sin. Now if we have died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him. [Romans 6:5-8 ESV]
I pray that each one of us demonstrates selfless-love to the neighbors and strangers that we interact with. 'Love is patient, love is kind, it does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.’ [1 Corinthians 13:4-5] I pray we respect each person we interact since the soul of each person has been created in the image of God. The LORD reminds us to treat others as we would like to be treated. 'So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.' [Matthew 7:12 ESV]
I pray that each parent of young children treats their spouse/partner with respect. I pray they work together to encourage the child/children to explore the world around them and never discourage the wonder children feel. ‘Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were hung around his neck and he were thrown into the sea.’ [Mark 9:42 ESV].
Remember the admonition of the LORD as we age gracefully. 'So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.' [2 Corinthians 4:16-18 ESV]
I pray that you and your family members are healthy and refreshed.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich SPC Michael Terrell
In Christ Alone A cappella
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjiiF83q7G0
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Day 16 of the "RIPRIDE4Vets 2021" - we had about 13 hours of riding for both me and the wife Bella – We got to see some awesome things along the way as we crossed the Mackinaw Bridge and we rode the upper peninsula of Michigan yesterday and some witnessed some of God's great scenery along Lake Superior as well – Bella and I finally got to celebrate our anniversary last night at a great restaurant called 'Pickwick!". Nothing else special to report - the mission continues
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LTC Stephen F.
Thank you my friend COL Mikel J. Burroughs for posting the pictures of the Mackinaw Bridge and scenes from the upper peninsula of Michigan. I am glad that Bella and you are enjoying yourselves.
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